Chicken Noodle Salad With Peanut Dressing Recipe

Name: Chicken Noodle Salad With Peanut Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces linguine or 6 ounces very thin spaghetti; 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into strips (10 ounces); 1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced; 1 cup fresh pea pods, strings removed and bias sliced in 1/2-inch pieces; 4 green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 medium tomatoes, chopped; 2 cups napa cabbage, shredded; 2 cups spinach, shredded; ¼ cup peanuts, chopped; ¾ cup water; ¼ cup peanut butter; ¼ cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons salad oil; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon gingerroot, grated; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon chili paste or ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

6 ounces linguine or 6 ounces very thin spaghetti
2 cups cooked chicken, cut into strips (10 ounces)
1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced
1 cup fresh pea pods, strings removed and bias sliced in 1/2-inch pieces
4 green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 cups napa cabbage, shredded
2 cups spinach, shredded
¼ cup peanuts, chopped
¾ cup water
¼ cup peanut butter
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons salad oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon gingerroot, grated
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili paste or ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1
Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente.
2
Drain; rinse under cold water.
3
In a bowl combine linguine, chicken strips, cucumber, pea pods, green onions, and tomato.
4
Pour the Soy Peanut Dressing over noodle mixture.
5
Toss gently to mix.
6
Cover and chill chicken mixture for 4 to 24 hours, stirring mixture 2 to 3 times.
7
To serve, line 4 dinner or salad plates with the shredded napa cabbage and spinach.
8
Top with chicken mixture.
9
Sprinkle with peanuts.
10
Soy Peanut Dressing:
11
In a blender container combine 3/4 cup water; 1/4 cup peanut butter; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons olive oil or salad oil; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grated gingerroot; 1 clove garlic, minced; and 1 teaspoon chili paste or 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper.
12
Cover and blend till smooth.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces linguine or 6 ounces very thin spaghetti, 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into strips (10 ounces), 1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced, 1 cup fresh pea pods, strings removed and bias sliced in 1/2-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Chicken Noodle Salad With Peanut Dressing falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Noodle Salad With Peanut Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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